E012 - From Volunteer Firefighter to USAF Firefighter & Motivational Speaker - The Chris Beddoes Story

E012 - From Volunteer Firefighter to USAF Firefighter & Motivational Speaker - The Chris Beddoes Story

Podcast Title: Tha Motiv8tors Table Podcast Host: Dr. JayR McIntyre (Tha Hood Motiv8tor) Episode Title: E012 - From Volunteer Firefighter to USAF Firefighter & Motivational Speaker - The Chris Beddoes Story Summary: In this powerful episode of Tha Motiv8tor’s Table, Dr. JayR McIntyre sits down with Chris Beddoes — a man whose life has been defined by service. Chris began answering the call at a young age, volunteering as a firefighter as a kid and throughout high school. That early commitment to serving others laid the foundation for his next chapter — becoming a firefighter in the United States Air Force. From running toward danger in his community to protecting lives in the military, Chris built his life around courage, discipline, and responsibility. Now, he has transitioned into motivational speaking and business, using his story of service and resilience to inspire others to live with purpose. This episode is about more than firefighting — it’s about answering the call in every season of life. From volunteer firefighter… To Air Force firefighter… To motivational speaker and entrepreneur… Chris proves that your calling evolves — but your commitment to service never changes. If you’re navigating transition, leadership, or purpose, this conversation will challenge you to rise higher. Main Topics: • The power of early leadership and responsibility • How service shapes character • Military discipline as a foundation for entrepreneurship • Turning experience into influence • Using your story to impact others Intriguing Quotes: “Motivation without application is frustration.” “I got to be the best part of somebody’s worst day.” “Your calling evolves — but your commitment to service never changes.” “Each of us need to be consistent in what you do. Making improvement on your income, making improvement in your life. You just got to be consistent.” “Healthy, happy, and terrific every morning. Those affirmations make a difference.” Key Moments: [00:02:30] - Growing up in Columbus, Ohio and finding service through Boy Scouts [00:07:30] - Discovering firefighting through the Explorer Scout program [00:11:43] - Surviving a fire hose injury and rebuilding from amnesia [00:12:35] - Unloading the moving truck as Hurricane Katrina rolled into Florida [00:17:20] - The Paradise Fire and the moment Chris’s cup ran dry [00:24:40] - Praying for purpose and partnering with Legal Shield [00:27:42] - Building Walls for Warriors to give back to fallen heroes [00:39:50] - Motivation without application is frustration Notable Guests/Resources: Chris Beddoes — retired Air Force firefighter, former Red Cross disaster services manager, motivational speaker, and Legal Shield representative based in Columbus, Ohio. Connect via phone 614-580-6600, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (all Chris Beddoes). Walls for Warriors / Homes for Heroes — Chris’s working vision to remodel an old hotel in his hometown into supportive apartments for veterans needing housing, mental health, medical, and spiritual support. Legal Shield — legal services and identity theft protection company Chris partners with to build the income behind his veteran-housing mission. Sponsors mentioned: Los Angeles Tribune, Riverside, Seven Eagle Academy. Special Announcements: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thahoodmotiv8tor.com/ 🎧 Watch & Listen on All Platforms 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gmg75s... 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THAHOODMOTIV8TOR 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tha_motiv8tor_table_podcast/   From the Block to the Board — Every Story Has Power. MOTIV8TORS MOUNT UP. IT'S TIME TO SHAKE THA ROOM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

E011 - LIVE IN LONDON - Homeless to CEO - How Adesuwa Built Addybeaut from £100 a Week to a Thriving Empire

Podcast Title: Tha Motiv8tors Table Podcast Host: Dr. JayR McIntyre (Tha Hood Motiv8tor) Episode Title: E011 - LIVE IN LONDON - Homeless to CEO - How Adesuwa Built Addybeaut from £100 a Week to a Thriving Empire Summary: Recorded LIVE in London, this powerful international episode of Tha Motiv8tor’s Table sees Dr. JayR McIntyre sit down with Adesuwa, the founder of Addybeaut, an inspiring entrepreneur whose journey from hardship to ownership proves that faith and resilience can build empires. When Adesuwa arrived in London, she had nothing but determination. She began working in a Hackney salon earning just £100 per week — navigating uncertainty, struggle, and even homelessness. But she refused to let her circumstances dictate her future. Sixteen years later, she is the founder of Addybeaut, a thriving one-stop beauty destination offering hair styling, nails, barbering, her own clothing line, and custom wig collections. This isn’t just a beauty story. It’s a resilience story. It’s a faith story. It’s a global entrepreneur story. From Hackney to ownership. From £100 a week to business leadership. Main Topics: • Surviving homelessness while holding onto vision • The power of stepping out on faith • Building a brand from nothing • Transitioning from employee to entrepreneur • Scaling a beauty business into a full-service empire • Why belief must be stronger than fear Intriguing Quotes: “Your beginning does not define your ending.” “What can you do with £100 a week in this country? But I took it anyway.” “If you do not step out on faith, God is not going to bless you what you need to bless.” “From Hackney to ownership. From £100 a week to business leadership.” “We are LIVE. We are global. We are building legacy.” Key Moments: [00:00:00] - JayR opens with Adesuwa recalling her arrival in London with nowhere to stay and no family to take her in [00:00:14] - Walking into an Acme salon in Hackney asking for stylist work with her bag in hand [00:00:22] - The salon owner offers her the job at £100 a week, £400 a month [00:00:55] - JayR reflects on how that £400 a month grew into Adesuwa’s own shop 16 years later [00:01:36] - Adesuwa points out her handmade clothing line, shoes, bags and custom wigs made from scratch [00:02:13] - Addybeaut described as the biggest one-stop beauty shop in East London [00:03:09] - JayR’s step-out-on-faith message - belief must be stronger than fear [00:03:37] - Adesuwa shares the Addybeaut Instagram and addybeaut.co.uk website Notable Guests/Resources: Adesuwa, founder of Addybeaut. Sixteen years from a Hackney salon stylist earning £100 a week to running her own one-stop beauty destination in East London. Services include hair styling, nails, barbering, custom handmade wigs, and her own clothing line covering handmade shoes, bags, and accessories. Addybeaut, described in the episode as the biggest one-stop beauty shop in East London. Website: addybeaut.co.uk. Instagram handle: @addybeaut (as shared in-episode). Special Announcements: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thahoodmotiv8tor.com/ 🎧 Watch & Listen on All Platforms 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gmg75s... 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THAHOODMOTIV8TOR 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tha_motiv8tor_table_podcast/   From the Block to the Board — Every Story Has Power. MOTIV8TORS MOUNT UP. IT'S TIME TO SHAKE THA ROOM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

E010 - From Foster Care to Published Sci-Fi Author - William Ricker on Resilience, Faith & Creativity

Podcast Title: Tha Motiv8tors Table Podcast Host: Dr. JayR McIntyre (Tha Hood Motiv8tor) Episode Title: E010 - From Foster Care to Published Sci-Fi Author - William Ricker on Resilience, Faith & Creativity Summary: In this powerful episode of Tha Motiv8tor’s Table, Dr. JayR McIntyre sits down with William Ricker, a self-published sci-fi author and community influencer whose journey proves that your beginnings do not determine your destiny. Raised in foster care and shaped by adversity, William opens up about the challenges of his childhood, the emotional weight of instability, and the turning points that fueled his resilience. Through faith, creativity, and relentless perseverance, he transformed pain into purpose — ultimately becoming a published author using science fiction as a vehicle for imagination, empowerment, and cultural impact. Main Topics: • Growing up in foster care and navigating identity • Turning adversity into fuel for growth • The power of faith during uncertain seasons • Becoming a self-published sci-fi author • Why creativity is a form of survival and legacy • The importance of community, heritage, and representation Intriguing Quotes: “Your past does not define your future — your actions do.” “Creativity can heal what trauma tried to break.” “Faith and perseverance are stronger than circumstance.” “If you’ve ever doubted your ability to rise above your environment, this conversation will remind you that resilience is a superpower.” “This is more than an interview. This is proof that purpose can grow from pressure.” Key Moments: [00:00:36] - JayR welcomes William Ricker to Season 5 and shouts out the show’s sponsors [00:02:34] - William shares being born 3 months premature and his entry into the foster care system [00:05:53] - Searching for identity and meeting his biological mother for the first time [00:09:22] - Growing up in Riverview with a speech impairment and navigating systemic racism [00:13:50] - The writing journey starting at age 10 and poetry at 13 inspired by his adopted mother [00:16:38] - Building the Rea Saga sci-fi world from his heritage and Marvel inspiration [00:19:30] - Inside the creative process - collaborating with co-workers as character illustrations [00:27:48] - The daily regimen of scripture, prayer, and gratitude that fuels the work Notable Guests/Resources: William Ricker, born and raised in the Tampa Bay area, Florida. Adopted at age 7. Self-published sci-fi author with three books released - the novel The Rea Saga - Origins, a teenage comic book, and a children’s book. All available on Amazon in Kindle, hardcover, and paperback. Find him on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube as Whim Ricker (R-I-C-K-E-R). The Rea Saga, William’s sci-fi series anchored in the fictional hidden city of Roll-Out Canoe (Emerald City) in Africa, drawing on his Benin and Cameroon heritage. Book one introduces the four lead characters and the love story of Kavon and Vincissa, with the sequel arriving in late fall and a full multi-book arc mapped out. Upcoming events - James Johnson Literacy Festival, St. Pete (21 March, 10am to 2pm next to the Enoch Davis Center), and African Arts in the Park, Perry Park (11 April). Sponsors mentioned: Seven Eagle Academy, Los Angeles Tribune, Riverside. Special Announcements: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thahoodmotiv8tor.com/ 🎧 Watch & Listen on All Platforms 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gmg75s... 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THAHOODMOTIV8TOR 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tha_motiv8tor_table_podcast/   From the Block to the Board — Every Story Has Power. MOTIV8TORS MOUNT UP. IT'S TIME TO SHAKE THA ROOM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

E009 - From Adversity to Impact - Tellis Carr on Military Service, Brotherhood & Financial Empowerment

Podcast Title: Tha Motiv8tors Table Podcast Host: Dr. JayR McIntyre (Tha Hood Motiv8tor) Episode Title: E009 - From Adversity to Impact - Tellis Carr on Military Service, Brotherhood & Financial Empowerment Summary: In this powerful episode of Tha Motiv8tor’s Table, Dr. JayR McIntyre sits down with Tellis Carr — military veteran, fraternity leader, and financial advisor — to unpack a journey defined by resilience, service, and impact. From overcoming childhood adversity and the loss of his parents to building a career in military medical logistics, Tellis shares how discipline, faith, and brotherhood shaped his leadership mindset. As a proud member and leader within Phi Beta sigma Fraternity, Inc., he speaks on the power of fraternity, mentorship, and community service in transforming lives. Tellis emphasizes that true leadership isn’t about position — it’s about service. This conversation is about purpose. It’s about discipline. It’s about financial empowerment and community uplift. Main Topics: Overcoming childhood adversity and loss Military service and leadership development Fraternity brotherhood and civic responsibility Mentorship programs supporting veterans The importance of financial literacy and long-term planning Building generational impact through service Intriguing Quotes: “Impact one person, change a life.” “Stay positive and keep pushing.” “Let’s win the day.” Key Moments: [00:00:38] - JayR welcomes Tellis Carr and shouts out the show’s sponsors [00:01:54] - Alabama A&M start, the 1998 army commissioning, and a 24-year medical logistics career [00:03:53] - Early childhood adversity and the loss of both parents [00:12:25] - College years at Alabama A&M, ROTC, and joining Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. [00:16:01] - Why Tellis joined the United States Army and what 24 years of service gave back [00:20:55] - Coaching transitioning veterans through the FourBlock career readiness program [00:23:15] - Moving into financial advising to impact the military community [00:35:38] - Closing message - small consistent steps every day and “let’s win the day” Notable Guests/Resources: Tellis Carr, retired US Army officer with 24 years of service in medical logistics. Commissioned through ROTC at Alabama A&M University in 1998. Now a financial advisor focused on supporting the military community, alongside real estate work and First Vice President of the Tampa chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Coaches transitioning service members through the FourBlock career readiness program. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., the historic Black Greek-letter organisation Tellis is a leader within at the Tampa chapter level. Conversation covers his time at the most recent Conclave hosted in Tampa, plus the fraternity’s service pillar through programs like Bigger and Better Business, Sigma Beta Club, and Social Action. FourBlock, a national veteran career readiness program supporting transitioning service members with resume, elevator pitch, LinkedIn, and interview preparation. Tellis is now a coach with the program after going through it himself. Alabama A&M University, Tellis’ alma mater. Theme referenced - “start here, go anywhere.” Service for sovereignty. JayR’s veteran-transition speaking circuit referenced in the conversation, Seven Eagle, Allegiance Vets, and Vets2PM. Sponsors mentioned: Seven Eagle Academy, Los Angeles Tribune, Riverside. Special Announcements: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thahoodmotiv8tor.com/ 🎧 Watch & Listen on All Platforms 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gmg75s... 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THAHOODMOTIV8TOR 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tha_motiv8tor_table_podcast/   From the Block to the Board — Every Story Has Power. MOTIV8TORS MOUNT UP. IT'S TIME TO SHAKE THA ROOM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

E008 - From Military Service to Meaningful Success - Tyler Grant and 7 Eagle Group - Veterans Transition

Podcast Title: Tha Motiv8tors Table Podcast Host: Dr. JayR McIntyre (Tha Hood Motiv8tor) Episode Title: E008 - From Military Service to Meaningful Success - Tyler Grant and 7 Eagle Group - Veterans Transition Summary: In this powerful episode of Tha Motiv8tor’s Table Podcast, Dr. JayR McIntyre sits down with Tyler Grant, CEO of Seven Eagle Group, to discuss what happens after the uniform comes off. From a small-town upbringing in New Hampshire to military service and now leading a national organization dedicated to veteran career transition, Tyler shares how purpose, mentorship, and community support can redefine a veteran’s future. Seven Eagle Group is more than job placement—it’s about restoring confidence, building community, and helping veterans thrive in corporate America and beyond. If you’re a veteran, know a veteran, or support the military community, this episode is for you. Main Topics: • The realities of military transition • Why veterans struggle with identity after service • How Seven Eagle Group connects veterans to meaningful careers • The power of mentorship and preparation • Entrepreneurship and career development for veterans • Why integrity and purpose must lead the mission Intriguing Quotes: “Your gift will make room for you.” “Success requires running through brick walls.” “Purpose doesn’t end when service does.” Key Moments: [00:01:47] - JR introduces Tyler Grant CEO of Seven Eagle Group [00:02:50] - Joining the Air Force in 2009 and finding the right career path [00:05:30] - SkillBridge explained, how transitioning service members test-drive a company [00:05:53] - The 15-minute call with Jordy Kern that launched Tyler’s Seven Eagle journey [00:20:11] - The 2016 Afghanistan deployment that turned boy into man [00:30:50] - Mission shift, from job placement to helping veterans find purpose [00:38:24] - Wins of the Week sessions and watching veterans transform [00:49:30] - Tyler’s “I will not fail” mindset and running through brick walls Notable Guests/Resources: Tyler Grant, CEO of Seven Eagle Group. Air Force veteran (E7, 15 years), former combat communications and cyber specialist. Now leads Seven Eagle Group, a national organization dedicated to veteran career transition through the Seven Eagle Academy SkillBridge program and the Seven Eagle Connect talent marketplace. Website: 7eagle.com. Seven Eagle Group. National veteran transition program and SkillBridge-approved third-party provider helping transitioning service members and veterans find meaningful careers, training, mentorship, and entrepreneurship pathways. Daily live-streamed Connections sessions on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. Jordy Kern, Founder of Seven Eagle Group, referenced throughout as the call that started Tyler’s path into the organization. Sponsors mentioned: Los Angeles Tribune, Riverside. Special Announcements: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thahoodmotiv8tor.com/ 🎧 Watch & Listen on All Platforms 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gmg75s... 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THAHOODMOTIV8TOR 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tha_motiv8tor_table_podcast/   From the Block to the Board — Every Story Has Power. MOTIV8TORS MOUNT UP. IT'S TIME TO SHAKE THA ROOM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.